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Historian uncovers second mass grave of Irish immigrant railroaders in Pennsylvania
A team of historians discovered a second mass grave that is believed to contain the remains of Irish immigrants. William E. Watson, a Professor of History at Immaculata University, described the discovery in an article for SF Gate. The new...

Best States To Live In 2025: MD Ranked On New Survey
Posted Thu, Aug 14, 2025 at 8:50 pm ET|Updated Fri, Aug 15, 2025 at 12:03 pm ET Renowned for its blue crabs, beaches and historic communities, Maryland falls in the middle of the pack among rankings for the best state to live in, a new survey...

Laguna Woods residents recall 1969 Woodstock experience
Laguna Woods resident Nadine Asner was in high school in August 1969, living with her parents in Brooklyn, New York, when she attended an event that would have a profound impact on her life, even her character. The Woodstock Music & Art Fair was...

39 victims found in mass gave after cops thought stench was 'huge gas leak'
13:47 ET, 16 Aug 2025Updated 13:48 ET, 16 Aug 2025 A mass grave was discovered after residents contacted local authorities about a suspicious "mound" near a river. Officers responded to the eastern district of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic,...

Pennsylvania Perspective for Thursday, August 7, 2025
Pennsylvania Sen. Ward Floats Temporary Budget Amid Ongoing Stalemate Senate President Kim Ward (R-Westmoreland) has proposed a six-month budget to keep Pennsylvania operating as the legislative stalemate over school choice and mass transit...
Heritage Travel: Walking in the Footsteps of Your Ancestors
In an era where travelers crave deeper connections and more meaningful experiences, heritage travel has emerged as one of the fastest-growing niches in the travel industry. According to research from GlobalData, heritage tourism is expected to...

Cheapest diesel in cities across Indiana County in week ending Aug. 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Indiana County selling...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Venango County in week ending Aug. 9?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Venango County selling...

Cheapest diesel in cities across Wyoming County in week ending Aug. 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Wyoming County selling...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Bradford County in week ending Aug. 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Bradford County...

1 gas station in cities throughout Venango County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending Aug. 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Venango County selling...

1 gas station in cities throughout McKean County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 9
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across McKean County selling...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Montour County in week ending Aug. 9?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Montour County selling...

Pennsylvania’s Cannabis Bill Legalizes Use, Not Workplace Protections
House Bill 1735 represents a major policy shift in Pennsylvania’s approach to cannabis, but its impact on the workplace is more measured. Employers retain broad authority to regulate cannabis use, set drug testing policies, and manage workplace...

Pennsylvania Shooting: Two State Troopers Shot In Susquehanna County, Route 171 Closed
Photo : iStock Two Pennsylvania state troopers were shot Thursday afternoon during an incident in Susquehanna County, Governor Josh Shapiro confirmed while speaking at an unrelated event in Bucks County. The shooting occurred shortly after 11 AM...

Pennsylvania lawmakers making bipartisan push to ban phones from schools
Summer can be a time for kids to get outside and trade apps for adventure. Fifteen-year-old Crow Perine has been enjoying an Audubon camp outside at Buffalo Creek Nature Preserve. "On a regular day, I use (my phone) a lot more. I find myself...

What's the most beautiful site in Louisiana? Travel + Leisure says here
The U.S. is home to plenty of infamous scenic destinations, like the Grand Canyon, Redwood forests, Niagara Falls, the Great Lakes and the Rocky Mountains. While these sites and many more are well-known, there are many other little-known...

Licensing law, tariffs, climate: Pa. wineries' concerns about growth
Pennsylvania's wine industry, ranking fourth nationally, faces challenges from out-of-state wineries acquiring limited winery licenses. Climate change impacts winemaking through extreme weather events, while tariffs increase costs for essential...
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NCAA fines Michigan millions, adds game suspension for Moore over sign-stealing scandal ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — The NCAA has fined Michigan tens of millions of dollars and suspended coach Sherrone Moore for a third game over a sign-stealing...

Editorial: Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission fails transparency test
There are certain things we can depend upon in Pennsylvania. As certain as the sun will rise, there will be potholes, there will be football rivalries and the state Legislature will lock horns over something that should be an easy compromise. But...